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| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE PR. | |
| Code | PDRZ320 |
| Name | Psychological Counseling Theories II |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi FATOŞ BULUT ATEŞ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to introduce contemporary theoretical approaches used in the counseling process and to enhance students’ theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Students are expected to understand the key concepts, intervention strategies, and ways of working with clients specific to each theory, and to evaluate which theoretical approach may be most effective in different counseling contexts.
Course Content
This course aims to introduce contemporary theoretical approaches in the field of psychological counseling. Approaches such as Cognitive Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Gestalt Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Self-Compassion-Based Therapy will be covered. The course explores the core principles, implications for the counseling process, and practical techniques of these approaches. The contribution of each theory to the change process in individuals will be evaluated through practical examples.
Course Precondition
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Resources
Corey, G. (2021). Counseling and psychotherapy: Theories and practice (E. Kaya, Trans. Ed.). Nobel Publishing.
Notes
Sharf, R. S. (2021). Theories of psychotherapy and counseling (M. A. Dağ, Trans. Ed.). Nobel Publishing.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines contemporary psychological counseling theories. |
| LO02 | Identifies the application principles and techniques of each theory in the counseling process. |
| LO03 | Analyzes the contribution of theories to individual change and development processes. |
| LO04 | Determines the appropriate theoretical approach based on different client needs. |
| LO05 | Discusses the applicability of theories with a critical perspective. |
| LO06 | Evaluates the ethical and cultural significance of the theories. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains basic concepts and principals of Psychological Counseling and Guidance | 2 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the developmental characteristics of the individual and the factors that affect this development | 1 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains theories of personality, psychological counseling and learning | 5 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains career development and career choice process | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains scientific research methods and techniques. | 1 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains classroom and behavior management approaches. | |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Examines and evaluates problems in educational environment and in everyday life from the point of philosophy, sociology and psychology. | 1 |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains how to begin and maintain psychological counseling and guidance process. | 3 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains psychological counseling and guidance practices appropriate for clients with different development and characteristics. | 1 |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Acknowledges individuals with normal and abnormal characteristics. | 1 |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Does guidance practices appropriate for different educational levels. | |
| PLO12 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Formulates and evaluates psychological counseling and guidance programs. | |
| PLO13 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses helping skills effectively in psychological counseling. | 2 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Takes the responsibility of his/her decisions about her/his life and career. | 1 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops insight and is open to learning and development. | 1 |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Shows empathy and care towards people. | 2 |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Uses effective communication skills in interpersonal relationships. | 1 |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | In addition to professional development, develops himself/herself by identifying his/her needs in several areas such as science, culture, art and social in accordance with her/his ability and interest. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Acts colloboratively and cooperatively with her/his colleagues in work place. | |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Acts appropriately with professional ethical standarts. | 1 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Course introduction, overview of contemporary approaches in psychological counseling | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Cognitive Therapy: theoretical foundations, cognitive distortions, and key concepts | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Cognitive Therapy: intervention strategies and techniques, application in counseling | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT): theoretical foundations and key concepts | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | REBT: intervention strategies, disputing irrational beliefs, and application in counseling | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Gestalt Therapy: theoretical foundations, here-and-now focus, awareness, and responsibility | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Gestalt Therapy: techniques, use of experiments, and application in counseling | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Exam preparation using relevant sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Solution-Focused Therapy: theoretical foundations, problem-free talk, miracle question | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Solution-Focused Therapy: techniques, goal setting, and application in counseling | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Narrative Therapy: theoretical foundations | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) & Self-Compassion-Based Therapy: theoretical foundations and intervention strategies | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Case analysis with contemporary theories – 1 | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Case analysis with contemporary theories – 2 | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | General review, integration of theoretical approaches, course evaluation | To do preliminary reading from relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Exam preparation using relevant sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Exam preparation using relevant sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 5 | 5 | 25 |
| Final Exam | 5 | 5 | 25 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 93 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,72 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||